Tropical Shadows

Description: A cocktail that bridges the gap between tropical lushness and moody complexity, the Tropical Shadows features the boldness of Plantation overproof rum balanced with nuanced layers from banana hickory nut bitters, creme de Banana, and Cynar amaro. The drink culminates in a sophisticated, multidimensional experience, served in a chilled coupe glass. Ingredients: - 1 oz Plantation Overproof Rum - 1/2 oz Creme de Banana - 1/2 oz Cynar Amaro - 1/4 oz Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur - 2 dashes Banana Hickory Nut Bitters - 1 bar spoon Honey Syrup - 1 dash Habanero Lime Bitters - 1 dash Exorcism Bitters Garnish: - Dehydrated Banana Chip - Small sprig of fresh thyme Instructions: 1. Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water. 2. In a mixing glass, combine the Plantation overproof rum, creme de Banana, Cynar amaro, Luxardo maraschino liqueur, honey syrup, and all bitters. 3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir thoroughly until well-chilled and diluted, about 30 seconds. 4. Discard the ice water from the coupe glass and strain the mixture into the chilled glass. 5. Garnish with a dehydrated banana chip and a small sprig of fresh thyme. 6. Serve immediately and enjoy the complex, layered flavors. Type of Glass: Chilled Coupe Glass